Category: Miscellaneous
Repeat after me, “I will never pay for rush shipping.” So start your pre-shopping now. What I mean by pre-shopping is making a list, checking it twice, finding out whose been naughty or nice. Preparing in advance allows you to avoid last minute decisions and last minute expenses. Map out birthdays, shower gifts, and all every other gift giving occasion now and be way ahead when the holidays roll around. Of course we all have have our favorite stores bookmarked. This post is for sites that cover many categories. For things you need, gifts that can…
If you have the time to deliver these yourself locally, they will very appreciated. Gift baskets are best when they have a theme. So here are some ideas. All you have to do is pick up a few baskets, ribbon, and cellophane at Michaels. Proceed to the grocery store and you have the perfect gift. For the BBQ Dad – Mustard, ketchup, BBQ sauces, spices (maybe add in team paper plates and napkins as an option) Wine lover – Wine, cheese that is shelf stable, crackers, nuts, dried fruits, salami Dessert lover – Muffin mix, cookies, chocolate, candy, Starbucks or…
With vacation ending and school staring, this is a great way to make sure you encourage your kids to read, to share, and to donate to the community. There is a fun site for people who love to read and want to trade. The Book Mooch community exchanges and trades books with others while employing a feed back system to make sure everyone is responsible. Your only cost is to mail the books and you can use the book rate at the post office. According to their site, in order to keep receiving books, you need to give away at…
Today we have a guest post from Melissa Collarson When it’s time for the kids to go back to school, moms feel the big hit on the pocketbook with all the school clothes, supplies, and accessories for that first day back. Even though spending money is great for our economy, there needs to be some kind of budget and way to save on all those expensive items you have to purchase to go back to school. Below are 6 great secrets for saving some money on school supplies and accessories. School Lists Most schools give your child a list…
Magazine subscriptions are a little luxury that makes a gift last all year. Every month when a copy arrives, there is a little glow knowing you can curl up and read about your favorite topic. And that is the other wonderful aspect of this, there is something for everyone. The other wonderful aspect is that most can be found for less then $15 for the first year and many for as low as $5. Plan ahead for the holidays or surprise a friend on their birthday. For Travelers – Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel Magazine, National Geographic Traveler Magazine…
August, the last days of summer wind down to some of the best back to school shopping ever at Target. School uniforms at the best price, sneakers for all sizes and sports, and backpacksto schlep books are cheap and cute. The housewares department with bedding and furniture for the kid’s rooms make this the year they can choose between craftsman and mid century modern nightstands. I love the site gizmodo for review of all things electronic however when buying for kids you might want to think about duration. How long will this item last before it is broken…
Who knew how many things you could get for free if you were a kid? You had them now you have to feed them. Here are some places that give you free meals (please check with local stores as there are sometimes exceptions). Quiznos give you one free Kidz meal with any adult entree. Children under 12 only so don’t bring your adult off spring and expect to get them a freebie. Chevys kids eat free on Tuesdays. Islands kids eat free on Wednesdays. Not free but great prices and fresh fare at Souplantations and Sweet Tomatoes –…